Episodes

  • We are in uncharted waters here, and the stress is HIGH! The goal of this episode is to spread some positivity during this pandemic but also to keep it real. It is an extra-long episode, so you may need to listen in chunks. But make sure you follow through to the end where Kim and Laurie give some much needed perspective. Anxiety, food, relationships, devices, exercise, and things to entertain us are all discussed. Even when social distancing, we are all in this together!

    Intro

    [01:30] Managing stress and anxiety. (“CALM”)

    Celebrate God’s goodness

    Ask God for help

    Leave your concerns with him

    Meditate on good things

    [15:45] Food: Healthy foods to stock up on while in quarantine mode. Some good non-meat protein sources since some stores have been selling out. Sugar is more addictive than cocaine and every time you consume excess sugar, your white blood cells’ ability to ward off this virus is lowered for several hours.

    [28:50] Reference back to episode #4 Jan 22, 2019 Boosting Immunity.

    [29:55] Relationships: The impact of this quarantine so far in Laurie and Kim’s households and ways you can stay connected yet carve out some alone time.

    [42:50] Devices: The beauty of technology and what that has meant for the children, schools and businesses. Also great to stay in touch with family and friends.

    [52:00] Exercise: Importance of movement for immunity. Lots of streaming options! Also GET OUTSIDE!

    [58:00] TV: Recommendations for series to watch and some fun programs, too.

    [1:06:10] Good reads: Book recommendations (self-help, fiction, spiritual) — Some offer really important insight right now on loss and joy. (scribd.com is offering a 30-day free trial to download/read any book… no strings attached.)

    [01:18:30] Podcasts: Some listening recommendations for other shows

    [01:20:35] Ending on a positive note: Laurie’s thoughts on some good things that will come out of this time.

    [01:23:35] Some spiritual guidance from Kim.

    Links:

    One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp

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  • This is the first of several episodes in which Kim and Laurie revisit expert guest interviews. Today, conversations with Jessica Procini and Melainie Rogers around emotional eating and eating disorders are recapped. We share our personal and professional perspectives as well as important takeaways. Every human can relate to issues with eating in some form.

    Intro

    [03:00] The roots run deep with emotional/disordered eating. Laurie shares some personal stories.

    [09:00] Kim’s poll results from our audience.

    [14:00] Recap of emotional eating episode. Stuffing down feelings with food. Digesting and moving through emotions. We seek comfort, a serotonin boost, and convenience, but then the guilt and deep-rooted issues surface. The blood sugar spike and crash cycle starts and is hard to pull yourself out of. Kim shares her jelly bean habit while studying in college. SUGAR!

    [24:30] Eating disorder episode reviewed. Eating disorders vs. disordered eating. How and why eating disorders occur: Links to anxiety, control issues, and obsessive behaviors. Once body weight drops below a certain level, part of the brain shuts down and it’s hard to reason and pull yourself out of it. First step before trying to make changes in habits is to get back up to a healthy body weight. Sometimes it takes a loved one forcing you into recovery to start to heal.

    [32:00] The role of social media and its impact on our teenagers. Why the new “body acceptance movement” may be beneficial.

    [39:00] Mental health is of upmost importance! Don’t stress or create fear around food.

    [41:00] A word about our show partners, Perfect Supplements and Amazon. (Discount code/ links below)

    [43:20] Kids’ relationships with food. Restriction and fear around food. It’s best to look at what makes you strong and grow vs. certain foods being “bad.” Kids are very good with intuitive eating, and we as adults could actually learn from this and follow their lead.

    [48:10] Our hormones need nutrients and healthy fat in order to function properly.

    [50:00] The key to everything is intentional eating and listening to our bodies. “Primary food” is NOT the food on your plate … It is relationships. A very important relationship is the one with yourself. Self-love, self-image, and self-sabotage.

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  • This episode is such a BIG deal for Kim and Laurie! It is all about reconnection … reconnecting with each other and you, our loyal listeners! The four main areas of connection we cover are family, self, each other, and listeners. The future of the show is discussed, including a renewed excitement and a more spacious schedule.

    Intro

    [01:25] Listener review.

    [02:25] The purpose of this episode – RECONNECT!

    [06:25] Reconnecting with our families: The impact that moving has had on Kim’s family and how it has influenced her work. Laurie’s new 2020 planner and her realization while setting 3 and 10-year business goals. In 10 years, her kids will be gone! What does that mean for now and then?

    [19:00] Reconnecting with ourselves: Self-care can be challenging but is essential to serve others. Both Kim and Laurie discuss what this looks like for them and challenge you to stop and think about what you need and how that need can be fulfilled.

    [42:45] Reconnecting with each other: Expert guests have shared so much great information on our show, and booking agents are sending guest requests constantly. We’ve learned a lot, but we miss the energy when we record together. We will be doing more of that moving forward!

    [51:00] Reconnecting with you, our listeners: We want your feedback on topics from some of the recent expert interviews. We plan to revisit and break down these topics with our professional and personal opinions.

    [54:25] The future of our show: The lightness of the topics and the new, more spacious schedule. We will now be releasing every other Tuesday vs. every week.

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  • Dr. Kabran Chapek is the author of CONCUSSION RESCUE: A Comprehensive Program to Heal Traumatic Brain Injury. He is a staff physician at the Amen Clinics, which has been the front line of defense against the impact of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) for over 25 years. He has a special interest in TBIs, the assessment and treatment of Alzheimer’s and dementia, PTSD, and anxiety disorders. Dr. Chapek is the founding president of the Psychiatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians.

    Intro

    [01:30] Introduction to Dr. Chapek and why he developed an interest in brain health.

    [08:17] Why the current approach to treating concussions often doesn’t go far enough. Explanation of SPECT imaging.

    [12:27] TBI = “the silent epidemic”

    [14:55] Elements of a good brain injury assessment: History, Cognitive Testing (SAGE, MOCA — link below), Imaging, Labs/bloodwork

    [22:30] “First Aid for Your Brain” — Useful supplements to take following an acute brain injury/concussion and WHY: Glutathione (NAC), curcumin, vitamin C, vitamin D, progesterone, Omega-3, MCT oil, BCAA

    [32:05] Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/ links below)

    [34:17] Supplements helpful for chronic symptoms of previous brain injury; Role of the Ketogenic diet in healing

    [38:16] Other natural therapies used in the treatment of TBI: Diet rich in antioxidants, exercise (especially cardiovascular), brain exercises, meditation, hyperbaric oxygen chamber

    [43:42] The MYTH that you shouldn’t let someone with a concussion fall asleep; Why the brain needs sleep; Why those with TBIs have difficulty sleeping; How to improve sleep hygiene (melatonin, tryptophan)

    [48:34] How to tell if issues with attention, memory, or depression may be related to a past brain injury/ concussion

    [50:54] The promising role of these treatment protocols for Alzheimer’s and dementia

    [53:03] Where to find/connect with Dr. Chapek

    Links:

    Dr. Chapek’s book: “Concussion Rescue: A Comprehensive Program to Heal Traumatic Brain Injury”

    Cognitive Testing: www.brainhealthassessment.com

    Amen clinic: https://www.amenclinics.com/locations/northwest/

    Dr. Chapek (Amen Clinic): http://bit.ly/Chapek

    Dr. Chapek Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkabran_chapek/

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  • Cyrus Khambatta, PhD, and Robby Barbaro, MPH are the cofounders of Mastering Diabetes, a coaching program that teaches people how to reverse insulin resistance via low-fat, plant-based, whole-food nutrition. Cyrus has been living with type 1 diabetes since 2002, and has an undergraduate degree from Stanford University and a PhD in Nutritional Biochemistry from UC Berkeley. Robby was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2000, and has been living a plant-based lifestyle since 2006. He worked at Forks Over Knives for 6 years, and earned a Master’s in Public Health in 2019.

    Intro

    [01:53] Five-star Review

    [02:36] Introduction to Cyrus and Robby — their diagnosis stories and experiences living with Type 1 diabetes. How their diets have changed over the years to help them maximize insulin sensitivity.

    [16:48] What is insulin resistance? What about those with Type 2 diabetes?

    Discussion on saturated fat and its role in diabetes.

    [25:06] “Healthy fats” — saturated vs unsaturated fatty acids; Omega-3s from plant-based source vs from fish; problems with excessive intake of Omega-6 fats

    [30:53] Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/ links below)

    [33:04] “Mastering Diabetes Method”— 4 components: low-fat plant-based whole food nutrition, intermittent fasting, daily movement, and decision trees. Green light foods — fruits, starchy veggies, beans, intact whole grains, leafy greens, non-starchy veggies, herbs/spices, mushrooms. Yellow light foods —nuts/seeds, avocados, olives, coconut, sprouted grains, brown rice pasta. Red light foods — animal products, processed foods, oils

    [42:43] Protein — importance of and how to get enough with this plant-based dietary approach

    [48:54] Long-term results/effects of low-carb diets

    [56:07] Robby & Cyrus’s podcast, book, contact info

    Links:

    Robby & Cyrus website: https://www.masteringdiabetes.org

    Mastering Diabetes book: www.masteringdiabetes.org/book

    Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mastering-diabetes-audio-experience/id1314224547

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  • Dr. Travis Zigler graduated in 2010 from The Ohio State University College of Optometry with Magna Cum Laude honors. He is the founder of Eye Love, https://eyelovethesun.com, whose mission is to heal 1,000,000 dry eye sufferers naturally. Dr. Travis and his wife, Dr. Jenna Zigler, use the profits from Eye Love to fund free and low cost clinics in Jamaica and in the US. They also started a charity called the Eye Love Cares Foundation, https://eyelovecares.org, which provides exams, glasses and sunglasses for those in need, free education, and scholarships for students that align with their mission.

    Intro

    [01:38] Five-star Review

    [02:31] Introduction to Dr. Travis Zigler

    [07:08] Causes of dry eyes — mainly caused by inflammation; addressing root causes of inflammation. Healing inflammation can heal other conditions as well. Dietary implications.

    [13:20] PDF E-book “Rethinking Dry Eye Treatment” (link below) — helpful for reducing systemic inflammation, not just in eyes

    [15:48] Toxins which play a role in inflammation — makeup, eyelash extensions, fake eyelashes, dryer sheets, cleaning supplies

    [19:37] Devices (phones, computers, etc.) and the role they play in inflammation and eye health; blue light-blocking glasses

    [25:17] Diet — benefits of plant-based, alkaline diet

    [31:20] Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/ links below)

    [33:32] Food sensitivity testing — why it can be helpful for identifying triggers of inflammation

    [35:28] Importance of hydration

    [38:01] Supplements Dr. Travis recommends — greens powder, probiotics, multivitamin, vitamin D, magnesium, Areds 2, Omega-3

    [42:56] Dr. Travis’s charity work — Eye Love Cares Foundation

    [47:05] Information and resources on website about blepharitis, dry eye, styes, mites, macular degeneration, glaucoma, reducing inflammation

    [49:45] Dr. Travis’s websites and contact info

    Links:

    Dr. Zigler’s websites:

    www.eyelovethesun.com

    www.rethinkingdryeye.com

    www.eyelovecares.org

    Free PDF of “Rethinking Dry Eye Treatment”: www.dryeyebook.com

    Dr. Zigler’s YouTube channel “The Dry Eye Show”: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY1e42WesWrB5ib6gEXpEYw

    Referenced article - “Best Natural Eye Makeup for Sensitive Eyes”: https://eyelovethesun.com/blogs/dry-eyes/eye-makeup

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  • Cathy Cooke is a Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist with the National Association of Nutritional Professionals. She uses a functional medicine approach to help people identify imbalances in the body. She is also a Certified Building Biology Environmental Consultant and Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist with the International Institute of Building Biology and Ecology. She assesses buildings for anything that may be causing health problems, including Indoor Air Quality, mold, chemical off-gassing, ventilation, and EMF exposure. Combining holistic nutrition and building biology, she addresses both the body and environment to help her clients achieve optimal health. Originally from Kansas City, MO., she currently lives in Boise, ID.

    She is available for consulting via Skype and phone, and will travel as needed for home assessments. Her website is www.wholehomeandbodyhealth.com

    Intro

    [02:00] Cathy Cooke bio and background.

    [14:00] Why it is so important for us to get educated on EMF’s and how our environment can keep us from optimal health, even when we eat clean and exercise.

    [18:05] Information on our show partners Perfect Supplements and Amazon.

    [20:00] 4 fields – 1: Radio frequencies (wireless devices) Turn off wifi. 2: Magnetic (powerlines or wiring errors) Have wiring checked. 3: Electric (living on the grid) Turn off breaker. 4: Dirty electricity (things we plug in…so many outlets change the sign wave) Energy saving appliances and light bulbs create a ton of dirty electricity!

    [33:50] Actionable steps to reduce exposure. Keep your cell phone off your body as much as possible, and put it in airplane mode when you can. Turn Bluetooth and Wi-Fi off. Inverse Square Law — The closer we are to the frequency, the exposure is exponentially increased. Turn Wi-Fi off at night or put the router in a cage that reduces frequency but doesn’t hinder the signal. Apple watches and Fitbit are putting radiation right on your body at all times (yet they are known as tools to promote health)!

    [47:00] Going against the grain of our culture in order to reduce exposure and teaching our children good digital hygiene.

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  • Dr. Jannine Krause is a naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist who specializes in anti-aging medicine by helping her patients improve their health and reverse the signs of aging by focusing on nutrition, mobility and stress reduction.

    Dr. Krause’s unique approach to wellness is simplifying natural medicine and healthy habit formation. She believes that health starts with what we eat, how we move and how well we manage stress. She wants to help prevent little health issues from becoming big ones down the road. She's committed to slowing down the aging process and wants to help others with this too. There’s a lot of health information available out there, and she's here to help people focus on what’s important and sustainable for them. She is also the podcast host of The Health Fix where she is dedicated to empowering people to take charge of their own health.

    Intro

    [01:21] Five-star Review

    [02:11] Introduction to Dr. Jannine Krause

    [06:23] What is neuroinflammation?

    [07:51] Signs and symptoms of neuroinflammation: nerve pain, neuropathy, anxiety, depression, anger, gut issues/ IBS, etc.

    [09:08] Root causes of neuroinflammation: diet, leaky gut, food sensitivities

    [12:13] Connection between leaky gut and leaky blood/brain barrier. Conversation about pesticides, gluten.

    [16:41] Diet and foods to avoid to reduce neuroinflammation: gluten, GMO foods, MSG, artificial flavorings/colorings, “natural” flavorings, carbonated beverages, alcohol, foods heated in plastics

    [23:13] Exogenous estrogens and the role of hormones in neuroinflammation. “Excess estrogen can be a psychosis producer.” How to treat progesterone deficiency and estrogen dominance.

    [30:28] Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/ links below)

    [32:39] Infections that can play a role in inflammation

    [38:18] Role of functional medicine doctors (naturopathic.org)

    [42:28] Things you can do to help your doctor with diagnosis: keep lots of data about symptoms, food diary.

    [46:11] Treatment protocols for neuroinflammation, depending on root cause and symptoms. First, heal the gut (collagen, l-glutamine, bone broth). Support the microbiome (probiotics, prebiotics, eat veggies and fiber). Identify food sensitivities. Use helpful supplements (varies depending on cause). Treat underlying viruses.

    [55:30] How to find and connect with Dr. Krause

    Links:

    Dr. Krause’s website: www.doctorjkrausend.com

    Her podcast: https://doctorjkrausend.com/health-fix-podcast/

    Dr. Krause Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjanninekrause/

    For Dr. Krause’s “Reconnect with Your Body” Journal Guide and Lab Tests to ask your doctor about, visit https://www.kimmaravich.com/awholenewyoupodcast and search for Episode 57.

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  • Catharine Arnston has a 30-year career as an international Attache for the Canadian & British governments, publisher of an international magazine and founder of 3 startups. But in 2009, when her younger sister was diagnosed with breast cancer and advised by her oncologist to change her diet to an alkaline one because it would help her heal, Catharine put her career on hold to help her sister. In the process, she discovered algae, the most alkaline, nutrient-dense plant in the world that no one seemed to know about. Catharine knew algae would be a game-changer for the world if she could just help Americans understand it. And ENERGYbits was born!

    Intro

    [01:33] Five-star Review

    [02:30] Introduction to Catharine Arnston —back story of why and how ENERGYbits was created. (Her sister’s cancer diagnosis and healing using algae for its alkalinity)

    [10:53] Two main types of algae — spirulina and chlorella — and their benefits. Spirulina provides energy, mental clarity, and relaxes smooth muscles. It contains iron, essential fatty acids, B vitamins, and protein.

    [20:34] Chlorella detoxifies the body and provides many vitamins and nutrients including vitamin K2, high amounts of chlorophyll, vitamins A and B, tryptophan

    [25:17] Taste of spirulina and chlorella — how to take them

    [27:47] How chlorella can detoxify toxins and heavy metals, including mercury from dental amalgams

    [29:23] Vitamins and supplements that can be replaced with spirulina and chlorella instead — multivitamins, CoQ10, calcium, magnesium, K2, Omega-3, GLA, potassium, electrolytes

    [35:47] Names of products: ENERGYbits (spirulina), RECOVERYbits (chlorella), BEAUTYbits (spirulina), VITALITYbits (combo of spirulina & chlorella).

    Discount code: NEWYOU for 20% off your purchase!

    [38:10] How to find ENERGYbits and how to follow on social media

    Links:

    https://www.energybits.com (Use coupon code NEW YOU for 20% off purchases.)

    Energy Bits Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/energybits/

    Beauty Bits Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautybits/

    Energy Bits Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ENERGYbits/

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  • Jessica Procini is an Emotional Eating Healer and the founder of Escape From Emotional Eating®. She is on a mission to help others use food as fuel rather than as a way to cope, soothe, or escape their busy, stressful lives. She consciously created and specifically designed Escape From Emotional Eating from her own emotional eating journey because Overeaters Anonymous didn’t resonate, and therapy wasn’t enough when it came to getting help to fully end her fight with food. Now being 100% free from her compulsions with food, she helps others do the same through all her levels of support, such as her retreats, called The ESCAPE, her year-long transformational programs and through her various public, talks, events and workshops.

    To learn more visit: www.EscapeFromEmotionalEating.com

    Intro

    [01:15] Jessica bio and personal story.

    [05:00] What is emotional eating?

    [10:00] Getting to the root of your emotional eating.

    [12:00] 4 emotional needs correlated with the roots: safety, belonging, happiness, love.

    [16:00] The importance of feeling your feelings.

    [17:00] Information on our show partners Perfect Supplements and Amazon.

    [22:00] How not to get stuck in your emotions. Feel then move into healing. Move through it with Jessica’s process of digesting emotions.

    [24:00] Written process to get emotions out of the body. 9 steps working with the five major emotions: mad, sad, glad, scared and bad.

    [26:00] How to heal. Why diet, exercise, and sometimes even therapy don’t work. It has to be specific and direct work to bridge the gap between the mind and the body. Pull it out from the roots, don’t just chop it off at soil level.

    [30:00] How the Escape From Emotional Eating retreats work.

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  • Jeff Chilton studied Ethno-mycology at the University of Washington in the late sixties and in 1973 began a 10-year career as a large scale commercial mushroom grower. A founder of MycoMedia, which sponsored 4 mushroom conferences from 1979-1985, Jeff is the co-author of The Mushroom Cultivator, published in 1983. In 1989, Jeff established Nammex, the first company to supply medicinal mushroom extracts to the Nutritional Supplement industry. In 1997, he organized the first organic certification workshop for mushroom production in China.

    Intro

    [02:00] Jeff Chilton bio and background

    [06:25] Nutritional benefits of mushrooms. Protein, good carbs (not starch), beta glucan (the compound that makes them medicinal), fiber prebiotic that feeds the microbiome, B vitamins. Try shiitake mushrooms!

    [13:50] The best way to cook mushrooms.

    [16:50] Mushrooms are an adaptogen which creates balance in the body.

    [18:00] What is a mushroom? Grow from spores.

    [25:25] Information on our show partners Perfect Supplements and Amazon.

    [28:00] Best time to go mushroom hunting – Fall. Be sure you are with a professional that can identify them and ensure they are safe.

    [29:00] Medicinal properties: Stimulate immune response. Function as preventive medicines.

    [30:00] Lions mane, cordyceps, and reishi mushrooms. Food is medicine.

    [39:00] Mushroom supplements. Quality is key!! What to look for…do not want made in the USA.

    www.realmushrooms.com

    www.nammex.com

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  • Kim Mulvaney is a writer who provides women with tangible advice to start pursuing a life of contentment and fulfillment. Finding joy in the simple things is key to this. Though it can be tough work, being healthy and happy isn't nearly as complicated as we make it. Kim wants to show women how to break through the mental blocks that keep us from living a life of abundance.

    Intro

    [01:16] Five-star Review

    [02:03] Introduction to Kim Mulvaney — her education & work history, family, personal life, and why she decided to start writing to encourage other women

    [14:29] Kim’s e-book “Simply Filled” and its back story; connections between mental and physical health

    [21:52] Importance of gratitude for our lives the way they are now. Happiness doesn’t come in our search for the “next thing”

    [27:34] Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/ links below)

    [29:45] Why the word “hustle” doesn’t serve us. Our goal should be to seek joy.

    [32:23] Importance of self-care in simple ways (even baby steps count!) — good nutrition, making time for exercise, and exploring hobbies. How taking care of ourselves helps us nurture others.

    [41:31] “Root for Your Sisters.” — Why lifting up other women is essential. We are called to be in community. Social media can create anxiety and feelings of worthlessness.

    [48:25] How Kim’s faith factors into her life practices and mindset.

    [55:03] How to find/connect with Kim

    Links:

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  • Deeannah Seymour developed pH-D Feminine Health in 2014 as an alternative to antibiotics for treatment of yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis. After 20 years in the pharmaceutical industry, Deeannah wanted a remedy backed by published clinical studies. She found hundreds of studies on the use of boric acid vaginal suppositories to treat vaginal odor and itch. Deeannah partnered with Vireo Systems and began producing boric acid suppositories in and FDA registered facility with pharmaceutical grade boric acid. pH-D Feminine Health has been embraced by the medical community and has successfully treated hundreds of thousands of women.

    Intro

    [01:20] Deeannah Seymour bio.

    [04:50] How pH-D Feminine Health works and what makes it different than other products.

    [09:10] Correcting the imbalance, removing the stigma, and empowering woman.

    [11:20] Information on our show partners Perfect Supplements and Amazon.

    [13:40] How this product was created as a natural alternative and integrated into gynecologist offices to change the way they practice medicine.

    [17:50] How Deeannah found the courage to take a chance and enter the world of entrepreneurship. You are never too old to try something new!

    [29:25] pH-D Feminine Health products can be purchased at Target and Amazon.

    www.phdfemininehealth.com

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  • Missy Linkletter joins us to discuss the tragic loss of her son Justin. She talks about how Justin’s very personal and poignant conversation with her just prior to his death changed the course of her life. Despite overwhelming grief, Missy kept her promise to Justin and lost an extraordinary amount of weight and made the commitment to get healthy. Missy now writes about her journey of grief and hope. Her passion is to help other women know the true, Living Water, that forever satisfies the longing soul. Her prayer is for every woman to treasure God and His Word, above all else.

    Intro

    [01:30] Introduction to Missy

    [04:50] Her past health issues and struggles with weight

    [08:26] When Missy developed a relationship with the Lord and how that became a turning point in her life

    [13:12] About her son Justin — his life, personality, and faith

    [17:32] Justin’s life-changing conversation with his mom just prior to his passing. He asked her to get healthy, and she made a promise to him to do so.

    [22:38] Why Missy feels Justin’s conversation with her was divinely-inspired.

    [25:05] How Missy has managed to avoid temptations with food even in the midst of grief. Finding hope and sustenance through Scripture and her faith in God.

    [31:34] The greatest lessons learned from Justin’s death

    [34:25] Missy’s words of advice for anyone experiencing loss or grief

    [39:37] How to find/connect with Missy

    Links:

    Missy’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/missy_linkletter_/

    Missy’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keepingmypromisejustin/

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  • Melainie Rogers, MS, RDN, CDN, CEDRD-S is a Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian dedicated to supporting others in their quest to achieve long-term recovery. She is the Founder and Executive Director of BALANCE eating disorder treatment center™ and Melainie Rogers Nutrition, llc in New York City. BALANCE offers a variety of outpatient programs for people of all ages, sizes and genders including a day and evening program, nutritional counseling, and groups for men, loved ones, body image, emotional eating concerns and more.

    Free ebook:

    https://www.redefiningwellness.co/get-the-ebook-1

    Intro

    [01:25] Melainie Rogers bio.

    [02:55] Melainie’s personal struggle with an eating disorder and what led her to the field of nutrition. Full recovery is absolutely possible.

    [10:25] How do you know you have a problem with food? You get hooked on the restriction and the executive functioning part of your brain goes offline. Anxiety starts driving your behaviors. Test- how much of my day do I focus on food, calories, weight and exercise?

    [17:20] The difference between an eating disorder and disordered eating.

    [20:00] Clean eating vs. disordered eating.

    [26:35] Why diets fail and what options are provided at the center to help people develop a healthy relationship with food. Intuitive eating is KEY!

    [34:15] Information on our show partners Perfect Supplements and Amazon.

    [39:00] How restricting children can create an unhealthy relationship with food for life.

    [44:50] The impact of social media. Ask yourself how it makes you feel when checking out others profiles. If the feelings are negative, unfollow!

    Instagram: @balancedtx

    Website: balancedtx.com

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  • President and Founder of ADVENT, Dr. Madan Kandula, MD takes an iron fist in a velvet glove approach to combat the conventional constructs of a failed heath care system. Board certified in Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Kandula has been a pioneer in developing new techniques and treatments for nose, sinus, snoring and sleep apnea complaints. His desire to get to the root of the issue instead of using continuous band-aids is right in-line with the holistic health approach of this podcast. We loved having his expertise on our show!

    Intro

    [01:15] Dr. Kandula bio.

    [03:00] Dr. Kandula personal struggles with sinus issues.

    [07:00] Why this country is suffering from an airway crisis. Increased sensitivity in airways mostly due to allergies that are so prevalent today. Also, maybe our environment is too clean?

    [12:00] Information on our show partners Perfect Supplements and Amazon.

    [13:50] The breathing triangle – connection between ears, nose, and throat.

    [19:25] The problems with mouth breathing. Especially bad for children and they will grow up compromised. The nose filters the air, and that isn’t happening when you breathe through your mouth.

    [21:15] Oral posture check-in exercise.

    [23:40] Sleep apnea- nighttime is the time for healing and rest and when you are literally being strangled multiple times during the night, you live in fight or flight and your body never gets a break.

    [31:00] How do you to start getting a better night’s sleep? Get the airway anatomy checked and corrected. Let’s get to the root of the problem instead of the continuous band-aids.

    https://adventknows.com/

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  • We really love and appreciate listener engagement!! Thank you for all your feedback on the exercise series! We put a whole episode together based on what form of exercise you like best and why. Our listeners are so smart and give such great advice. For all of you that shared insight, get ready for your shout-out in this episode!

    Intro

    [01:40] Recap of exercise series.

    [05:25] Weight training (including CrossFit).

    [19:00] Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/links below)

    [21:25] Other forms of exercise- Orange Theory, a mix of everything, classic ballet class or dancing, barre.

    [33:30] YOGA- this is a really popular one!! Mind and body benefits.

    [40:30] Walking- one of our most powerful tools! The only equipment we need is our own two feet!

    [43:00] Swimming and water fitness classes.

    [46:50] At-home workouts (stationary bike, Beachbody, bodyweight exercises while watching TV).

    [50:00] Pelvic floor issues.

    [53:00] How Kim and Laurie have been motivated and inspired during the exercise series.

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  • Weight training just for guys…NO WAY! Today Laurie and Kim debunk some common misconceptions about women lifting weights. Laurie shares good ways to get started and lots of useful, easy options at home or in a gym. Kim talks about the many benefits and touches on the importance of protein.

    Intro

    [01:00] Some common misconceptions.

    [04:30] Options- 1:1 training, group training, Beachbody/streaming in front of a mirror at home to check alignment, free-weights (dumbbells, barbells, kettlebells), machines, body weight (pushups, pull-ups, squats, lounges), resistance bands.

    [15:15] Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/links below).

    [17:30] Kim debunks misconceptions with research studies and shares the many benefits for women. Metabolism, muscle mass, bone density, lower risk of heart disease, self-confidence, strength, anxiety/stress levels, insulin levels, brain health, and skin appearance.

    [34:00] Protein – animal protein is best due to essential amino acids. Collagen is great support for the joints as well as a source of protein.

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  • With over nine million views on YouTube, articles featured on MindBodyGreen, and a 5-star reviewed book, Dr. Brianne Grogan, PT, DPT is a respected voice in the field of women’s health and wellness. She describes her YouTube channel as “the home of core + pelvic floor friendly fitness,” and is loved by her viewers for her down-to-earth, compassionate approach.

    Intro

    [01:30] Introduction to Dr. Brianne Grogan — her history of pelvic floor issues, work in physical therapy, concentration on women’s health, beginning of her business

    [09:00] FemFusion Fitness — Dr. Bri’s YouTube channel — safe & effective exercises/information geared towards pelvic floor health. (Up to 50% of women have bladder leakage and/or prolapse)

    [15:30] Why pelvic floor and core strength is important for us ALL (balance, posture, alignment, sexual health, back pain alleviation, prevention of future problems including incontinence)

    [20:52] “Common shouldn’t necessarily be viewed as normal.” (in regard to pelvic floor issues)

    [22:26] Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/ links below)

    [24:38] LIFT program

    [26:24] Starting points for anyone with issues including prolapse, Diastasis Recti, or bladder leakage; lifestyle changes/accommodations; how to identify pelvic floor muscles, manage pressure, and have correct posture

    [36:00] Basic modifications to use during exercise if you have any pelvic floor or core issues (proper mechanics for crunches, squats, what NOT to do)

    [42:20] Types of videos/exercises on FemFusion Fitness channel

    [45:30] Key things we can do for pelvic floor health maintenance (tune into core, lift correctly, eat clean, move everyday … “Motion is lotion.”)

    [49:50] How to find/connect with Dr. Bri

    Links:

    Dr. Bri’s YouTube: youtube.com/femfusionfitness

    Popular Playlists of her videos: bit.ly/FemPlaylists

    Video mentioned: “How to Lift to Protect Your Back and Pelvic Floor”

    Dr. Bri’s Instagram: instagram.com/femfusionfitness

    Dr. Bri’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/femfusionfitness/

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  • Jara Wahlert has lost over 50 pounds by using multiple Beachbody workout programs from her home. After being diagnosed with ulcerative colitis five years ago, she has also completely turned her health around. She is happily married and a mom of two. Jara loves to be active and live a healthy lifestyle, and she loves to share her journey, hoping to inspire and motivate others!

    Intro

    [01:15] Introduction to Jara

    [03:48] Jara’s past health struggles with ulcerative colitis, the dietary changes she made to reclaim her health and reverse her condition, how she lost over 50 lbs. with Beachbody workouts

    [09:47] Why Jara wanted to become a Beachbody coach

    [11:44] Favorite programs and workouts

    [14:45] Benefits to working out at home vs. at a gym (no commute, shorter workouts can be more effective, childcare, variety with streaming option)

    [16:35] Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/ links below)

    [21:30] Modifications to exercises

    [23:24] Nutritional components

    [30:20] How to find/connect with Jara

    Links:

    Jara’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jara_wahlert/

    Jara’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jara.wahlert

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